After hearing Li Tianyuan's words, everyone immediately focused their attention on a simple-looking middle-aged man, with approval in their eyes.
The simple middle-aged man also smiled, and quickly stood up and bowed to Li Tianyuan, saying: "It is our duty as ministers to be loyal to Your Majesty and serve the court. We do not deserve such praise from Your Majesty."
Although what Su Wen said was not worthy of praise, his face showed an expression of great pride.
Hearing Su Wen's answer, Li Tianyuan nodded in satisfaction and said, "If all the ministers can be as loyal as Lord Su, then our Tang Kingdom will be strong.
Of course, the great contribution you have made this time is something that no one can take away, so I will naturally reward you handsomely.
Su Wen listened to Feng... "
Li Tianyuan shouted loudly.
Su Wen quickly stepped out of the line, knelt on the ground, and said, "Your Majesty, I respectfully listen to your instructions!"
“My dear minister Su Wen, you have made great contributions to our dynasty during your mission to the Kingdom of Jinwu. I will confer upon you the title of Marquis of Four Directions, and you will be in charge of the envoys from all directions and become an important diplomat of our country.
In addition, I will give you 100 acres of good farmland, a manor, permission to establish a family power, a set of Gathering Spirit Technique, and 10,000 high-quality spirit stones!"
Hearing Li Tianyuan's words, Su Wen's face suddenly showed an extremely excited expression. With a trembling voice, he knocked his head to the ground and said, "Your Majesty, thank you for your grace!!!"
Ye Li was somewhat surprised by Li Tianyuan's words. To establish a family, one actually needed the emperor to grant manors and land, and also had to get the emperor's approval.
I guess no matter how big a family is, it cannot be called a noble family. It must be announced by the emperor before it can be called a noble family.
With this, Ye Li could also see how powerful the emperor was in this Nine Souls Continent.
Upon hearing Li Tianyuan's reward to Su Wen, many officials showed envy on their faces.
Li Tianyuan looked around at everyone and said, "What Lord Su Wen has done is a role model for all the nobles.
Performing duties conscientiously and wholeheartedly is the way for an official to act.
If you make contributions to my dynasty, I will certainly not treat you unfairly!
Okay, now let's move on to the next official who needs to be commended..."
Li Tianyuan sat in his seat and began to read out the names of the officials one by one.
The contributions of these people were big and small, covering all areas, and the rewards they received were also very comprehensive. Some were given land and estates, some were given secret skills, some were given powerful body seals and runes, and some were promoted to higher positions. In general, it seemed that everyone was happy.
Soon, Li Tianyuan turned his gaze to Ye Li and said, "Okay, let's talk about the last meritorious person today. After that, the banquet will begin.
I believe you have all heard that some time ago, Jinzhou City was besieged and attacked by the Yuan Dynasty.
This time, the Yuan Dynasty's attack was different from the symbolic attacks in the past. Instead, it launched a large army to besiege the city, and the offensive was extremely fierce.
This battle almost led to the loss of Jinzhou City. In the end, it was only thanks to the brave resistance of the city defender Bian Yingxiong and his men that Jinzhou City was defended.
Hero Bian is not here today, but I still want to tell you about the rewards for him and another person who has made great contributions.
First of all, with regard to Bian Yingxiong, the defender of Jinzhou City, I will promote him to the leader of the second division of the Zhenzhong Army, and allow his family to move back to Tangjing City to live.
In addition, I have specially bestowed upon you a hundred items of spiritual armor, spiritual weapons, and talismans, as well as…”
Li Tianyuan read out a lot of things in an eloquent manner, which surprised Ye Li a little. He did not expect that Li Tianyuan's reward to Bian Yingxiong would be so generous.
However, when everyone heard that Bian Yingxiong was awarded the title of leader of the Second Division of the Zhenzhong Army, they couldn't help but gasp and turned their eyes to Li Ruhai.
Li Ruhai's face showed an expression of great shock at this time, and then his face turned red, and he looked at Li Rushan with resentment.
Li Rushan knew that Li Ruhai would think that he was the one who interfered and allowed Bian Yingxiong to take the position.
But he had no way to explain anything to everyone, so he could only stand there with a wry smile on his face.
"Rushan, Bian Yingxiong was recommended by you, so you should receive his reward on his behalf!"
After Li Tianyuan finished reading the reward, he smiled and nodded to Li Rushan, then began to speak.
Li Rushan was stunned when he heard this, then he quickly clasped his fists and bowed, saying: "I, your son, would like to thank the emperor for the reward on behalf of the hero. I believe that the hero will be loyal and responsible in his new position and continue to make contributions to the court."
Li Tianyuan nodded in satisfaction after hearing this, then turned his gaze to Ye Li and said, "Ye Li, as Bian Yingxiong's former retainer, you were extremely brave in the battle to defend Jinzhou City, and single-handedly killed two masters of the Great Yuan Kingdom who were in the early stage of the Divine Phase.
It was all thanks to your bravery that Jinzhou City was able to turn the tide, turn defeat into victory, and drive the Yuan Dynasty's army out of our territory.
If it weren't for you, Jinzhou City would have been lost, and the Yuan Dynasty would have used Jinzhou City as a springboard to attack the inland.
In this case, the territory lost by our dynasty is definitely not just Jinzhou City. This shows the great contribution you have made.
Ye Li came forward to listen to Feng…"
Li Tianyuan said to Ye Li.
Ye Li, who had learned court etiquette, hurriedly took a step forward and knelt on one knee. Of course, his knee did not touch the ground.
Li Tianyuan continued, "Ye Li, the royal retainer, has made great contributions to our dynasty by turning the tide in the defense of Jinzhou City with his own strength. I hereby grant you the Bronze National Scholar Order and the title of Bronze National Scholar.
From now on, you will become one of the national heroes of my Tang Dynasty, enjoy the court salary and related privileges.
You are now Shan'er's retainer, and he will tell you all your privileges.
Well, according to the criteria for evaluating national talents, I must ask for your opinions to determine whether you all agree with my decision on the reward."
Li Tianyuan turned around and spoke to everyone.
When the ministers around heard that Li Tianyuan actually awarded Ye Li the title of Bronze National Scholar, they all showed an expression of great envy on their faces.
Although the Bronze National Scholar is not an official position, the status it represents is quite high.
Having the status of a national hero is equivalent to having a title. Ye Li can establish a family and enjoy various privileges. He will definitely gain both fame and fortune.
Hearing Li Tianyuan's symbolic question, many ministers naturally shook their heads to indicate that they had no objection. This kind of ritual inquiry had appeared several times in the past.
Although according to the rules, the ministers being questioned are qualified to question Li Tianyuan's decision, no one has ever actually raised any doubts. In the end, everyone accepts the result and congratulates the winner.
However, just as everyone was nodding in agreement, Li Ruhai suddenly said loudly: "Father, I have some doubts about this decision. I wonder if I can speak up!?"